Open Space Authority

The Resource Conservation District of Santa Cruz County, located in Capitola, CA, has been helping people and the land since 1942. Through local, voluntary, and collaborative efforts, they work towards the conservation and restoration of natural resources, focusing on stewardship in agriculture, watershed restoration, and regional collaboration. Their programs and projects prioritize protecting and restoring wildlife habitat, soil quality, water resources, forest health, and fire resiliency. They collaborate with various agencies, groups, and private landowners to achieve their goals, and have successfully completed projects such as reducing wildfire risk and improving wildlife habitat in the Graham Hill Road corridor. With a commitment to healthy lands, thriving economies, and resilient communities, the Resource Conservation District of Santa Cruz County plays a vital role in promoting sustainable practices and environmental conservation.Generated from the website

The Department of Parks and Recreation is operated by the government of Stanislaus County in California, which works for the welfare of the general public. The department is responsible for maintaining reservoirs and off-road parks in the county. It provides opportunities for a range of recreational activities, such as archery, swimming, water skiing, boating, wading and fishing. The Department of Parks and Recreation is responsible for granting vehicle, vessel, and deer and wild pig hunting permits. The department also administers several wildlife conservation programs. Stanislaus County in California offers behavioral health care, fire prevention, crime prevention and community development services.